Capturing Chaos: Shooting The Eddie Aikau Contest from the Water in 40-foot Surf with John Hook

John Hook is a Funtographer, supermodel, and next-level biohacker (you won’t believe what he used to fuel his body and mind to swim maxing Waimea Bay for 9 hours of energy. It’s a secret that Huberman, Rogan, and Ferriss couldn’t find if they searched in dark, Himalayan caves for decades. Spoiler Alert: No, it’s not ashwagandha infused yak milk). All kidding aside, John is an ace photographer known for his moody Pipeline shots on film, his reality-bending double exposures, and his unique eye for capturing the magic of Hawaii through the lens of a local tourist. He’s a badass with his craft and seems to be having the most fun.   I wanted to talk with John because he was one of a handful of photographers that got to shoot the Eddie Aikau Big Wave Invitational from the water - twice! It’s such a rare phenomenon that it’s akin to being an astronaut. Also, John is a fun storyteller and I knew if we talked story he would bring his experience to life in a way that helps you feel like you’re right there in the water with him (jet skis revving and all!). We also get into what stokes him out on nature, his spirit animal, his creative inspirations (there might be aliens involved), and how we’re just tiny little visitors on this weirdly beautiful planet!Episode LinksEddie Aikau Big Wave InvitationalJohn Hook on Instagram John Hook Prints at The Surfer’s JournalPolynesian Voyaging SocietyWayne Levin PhotographyConnect with Nature JunkieIf anything in this episode was helpful or stoked you out, please hit the share button and tell a friend, leave an awesome review, or comment so we can bend the algorithms toward nature. Thanks!Instagram: @naturejunkieradioWebsite: www.naturejunkielife.comNewsletter: Sign Up HereEmail: [email protected] CreditsPodcast cover art by Ahab NimryOutro music by Tyler JohnsonEditing by Aashish M.